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Artifact Details

Title

NCR 499 Data Processing System

Catalog Number

102621848

Type

Still image

Identifying Numbers

Other number

#1904

Verso

Dimensions

overall: 10 in x 8 in

Description

B&W image of woman standing behind the NCR 499 processing system. She is loading a tape cassette.
"NCR 499 data processing system is a low cost, general-purpose computer designed for first-time computer users in the reatiling, financial, industrial, commercial, educational, government and medical industries. Basic system features a 12K processor, 75- character-per-minute bi-directional matrix pringer, magnetic tape cassette transport, and forms handler. Magnetic tape cassette can be used to enter data and application software. Optional features include expanded memory, up to four magnetic tape cassette transports, and continuous forms feeder. The system can also accommodate peripheral units such as line printers, card reader and disk unit.."